Field Mechanic Lead for Harvest Equipment

Lakeside Foods, Inc; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

HSA/FSA

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illn.

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Lakeside Foods in Owatonna, MN is seeking a Field Maintenance Mechanic to operate and supervise harvesting equipment during peak season and perform preventative maintenance year-round. The role offers outdoor work in summer and indoor tasks in winter, with opportunities for training and advancement.

Responsibilities include maintaining pea and corn harvesters, training staff on safe operation, and performing repairs. A valid driver’s license is required; CDL is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL a plus.
• Prior experience with preventative maintenance, machine adjustments and harvesting procedures is preferred; on-the-job training available.
• Safety mindset and strong work ethic are essential.

Responsibilities

• Harvest season (June–October): ensure efficient operation of pea and sweet corn harvesters and related planting/harvesting equipment; supervise/mechanic field operations and train other field employees.
• Preventative maintenance season (November–May): overhaul and repair machinery and vehicles; maintain Lakeside company vehicles.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Lakeside Foods in Owatonna, MN is seeking a Field Maintenance Mechanic to operate and supervise harvesting equipment during peak season and perform preventative maintenance year-round. The role offers outdoor work in summer and indoor tasks in winter, with opportunities for training and advancement.

Responsibilities include maintaining pea and corn harvesters, training staff on safe operation, and performing repairs. A valid driver’s license is required; CDL is a plus.